Cube Reaction Hybrid Rookie SL 400 teamline

The "Reaction Hybrid Rookie SL 400 teamline" model from Cube, released in 2022, is a high-quality e-mountain bike available for €2,399. The frame is made from Superlite aluminium and features Gravity Casting, Agile Ride Geometry and a tapered head tube. The internal cable routing and fully integrated battery ensure a clean, uncluttered look. The frame also offers mounting points for a kickstand, mudguards and a luggage rack.

The bike is fitted with Magura MT Thirty hydraulic disc brakes, each with two pistons at the front and rear, and disc sizes of 180 mm at the front and 160 mm at the rear. Gear changes are handled by a Shimano Deore RD-M4120-SGS 10-speed rear derailleur, operated by the Shimano Deore SL-M4100 Rapidfire-Plus shift lever. The SR Suntour XCR32 LO-R Air fork offers 100 mm of travel and ensures a comfortable ride even on uneven terrain.

Power is transmitted via the ACID E-Crank, which is 165 mm long and fitted with a 38-tooth chainring. The cassette is a Shimano Deore CS-M4100 with a 11–42-tooth range, and the chain is a KMC X10. The bike is fitted with CUBE PP MTB pedals, a CUBE Rise Trail handlebar 680 mm wide and ACID React Pro grips. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem SL with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The headset is an ACROS AZX-1041 BlockLock with a 135° angle and Zero-Stack bearings. The rims are CUBE EX23, 32H, Disc and Tubeless Ready, whilst the tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam with K-Guard and a width of 2.25 inches. The hubs are Shimano HB-TX506 with quick-release skewers and 6-bolt brake disc mounts.

The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 30.9 mm and a CUBE Varioclose seatpost clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm. Power is provided by the Bosch Drive Unit Active Plus Generation 3 (50 Nm) Cruise motor (250 watts), powered by a Bosch PowerTube 400 battery. The display is a Bosch Purion, and the charger has an output of 2A.

Overall, the Cube Reaction Hybrid Rookie SL 400 teamline offers a well-thought-out combination of high-quality components and state-of-the-art technology, making it an excellent choice for discerning e-mountain bike enthusiasts.